#A4C3FC Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated periwinkle sits between sky blue and lavender. Because of its high lightness, #a4c3fc works best as a supporting background rather than a primary fill, as it can feel washed out in large, solid blocks. It provides excellent legibility for black text, making it a functional choice for UI elements. Pair it with dark charcoal for a modern, high-contrast look in tech branding.
Questions about #a4c3fc
What is #a4c3fc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a4c3fc is rgb(164, 195, 252), in HSL hsl(219, 94%, 82%) and in CMYK 35%, 23%, 0%, 1%.
What colors pair best with #a4c3fc?
Pair #a4c3fc with dark-charcoal or deep navy to ground its airy, unsaturated quality and create a professional, modern aesthetic. For a more balanced, harmonious look, consider using muted sage or soft cream tones to complement its periwinkle undertones without overwhelming the palette.
Is #a4c3fc readable on white or black?
#a4c3fc has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.79:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.